The Explore Holyoke community events calendar highlights the arts and cultural events throughout the city of Holyoke to help plan your visit. You are invited to submit your event. Events encouraged to be submitted are art openings, dance concerts, open mic events, cultural lectures. Events not allowed on the calendar are, political fundraisers, city meetings, daily specials from restaurants and events outside the city of Holyoke.
Join us for a day of exploring the beautiful Connecticut River with FREE Kayaking at Holyoke Rows. No registration needed, just drop-in between 12-4pm. All ages welcome All equipment provided and basic instruction included. Beginners welcome! Dates: Saturday June 28 Friday July 4 Saturday June 5 *Programs run rain or […]
New and being added to our schedule is our bi-weekly mini pool tournament, Beginning on Saturday March 8th at 1 PM and every other Saturday thereafter all you hustlers and wannabes have a place to a place to show what you got. There will be a prizes for first, second, […]
Our next public event is a PRIDE PARTY & OPEN SCRIMMAGE, part of the Holyoke Pride lineup of festivities! Join us June 28, 2025, at the Fitzpatrick Arena in Holyoke to celebrate Pride, affirm that trans athletes belong in sports, and have a blast! 1:00-3:00pm: all-ages public skate party! Bring […]
Make your afternoon magical with plants, camera less photography, and chemistry. Rachel Rushing will spend the afternoon teaching all about lumen printing. This is a beginner-friendly workshop that will go into the basics of photographic chemistry before we spend time in the sun. While some plants will be provided, participants […]
This Philadelphia trio – Chris Forsyth (guitar), Mikel Patrick Avery (percussion/electronics), and Douglas McCombs (Tortoise bassist!) – creates taut, hypnotic grooves that sound like “Bo Diddley with a chorus pedal” or “Yo La Tengo on a Congotronics bender”! Their polyrhythmic drum programming, interlocking guitars, and live electronic manipulation turn minimalism […]
DCR's NICE & EASY WALKS occur every Sunday and Monday in June. Join the Park Interpreter for some exercise along the streets and canals of Holyoke with informal, on-the-go interpretation. A leisurely walk geared for seniors but open to all. Each roughly 1 to 2 mile walk features a topic such […]
Middle and high school students from Holyoke, Chicopee and Springfield!* Come on down to the boathouse June 30 - July 3 from 9am-11:30am and learn to row with us! You will learn all about rowing and boat safety while having fun on the water. All equipment & instruction provided. Free. […]
DCR's NICE & EASY WALKS occur every Sunday and Monday in June. Join the Park Interpreter for some exercise along the streets and canals of Holyoke with informal, on-the-go interpretation. A leisurely walk geared for seniors but open to all. Each roughly 1 to 2 mile walk features a topic such […]
Kick off your week every Monday with good vibes, great food, and community spirit at Holyoke’s summer tradition! Enjoy a rotating lineup of local food trucks along with both alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages. Whether you’re catching up with friends, unwinding after work, or just looking for a relaxed night out, there’s something […]
First of all each and every Monday evening at seven is our pitch club. With prizes for first, second, and third its easy to come home a winner. So if your looking for fun evening and meeting new people the post is the place. Never played before, no problem, there […]
Middle and high school students from Holyoke, Chicopee and Springfield!* Come on down to the boathouse June 30 - July 3 from 9am-11:30am and learn to row with us! You will learn all about rowing and boat safety while having fun on the water. All equipment & instruction provided. Free. […]
Come to the Exhibition Hall in the Visitor Center to get an up-close and personal view of some of the little creatures that share our world. Renee Hill's exquisite macrophotography opens your eyes to the details of salamanders, spiders, grasshoppers and other creatures you may have never seen - even […]
This unique colorful book includes our Holyoke history, the City Hall dedication, all community events throughout the year, and highlights the Masquerade Ball and the closing of the Time Capsule.
Wistariahurst offers a wide variety of programs, educational opportunities, and events including workshops, concerts, lectures and demonstrations designed to be of service to and enhance the quality of life of Holyoke residents.
Discover the Pioneer Valley’s top destination for shopping, dining, and entertainment. Conveniently located off I-91 and I-90, Holyoke Mall offers nearly 150 stores, eateries, and attractions—all in one place!
This new indoor club will feature 15 fenced courts, a pro shop, and a snack bar, offering outdoor-style play with indoor benefits. Construction starts soon, with an opening planned for late 2025 near JCPenney.